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    Interruptores (en. Switches)

    /in-ter-rupto-res/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A device used to open or close an electrical circuit.
    The lamp's switch is on the wall.
    El interruptor de la lámpara está en la pared.
    An element that cuts off the current in an electrical system.
    Make sure to turn off the switches before doing any electrical work.
    Asegúrate de apagar los interruptores antes de realizar cualquier trabajo eléctrico.
    A control that regulates electrical energy in an appliance.
    The fan's switch is on the ceiling.
    El interruptor del ventilador está en el techo.

    Etymology

    The term originates from the Latin 'interrumpere', which means to interrupt.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to switch on
    To turn a device on or off.
    darle al interruptor
    to cut the switch
    To cut the power to a circuit.
    cortar el interruptor

    Related Words

    switch
    A singular device that interrupts the electrical flow.
    interruptor
    circuit
    A set of connected electrical components.
    circuito
    electrical
    Related to electricity.
    eléctrico

    Slang Meanings

    To turn something off abruptly.
    The power went out, and he had to 'switch it on' several times.
    Se le fue la luz y tuvo que 'darle al interruptor' varias veces.